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Pay Attention to the “Red Flags”

December 9, 2009

Being offered a job is a terrific feeling, especially if you have been searching for awhile.  It is flattering to know that a company selected you from all the other candidates.  But before you scream "Yes, I'll take it!" , be sure you haven't overlooked some "red flags" that could lead to future trouble.  Usually [...]

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It is Your Move…

December 4, 2009

I am told, that in the game of chess, the very best players do not make their first move until they have planned their last.  I can't even imagine the amount of strategic thinking and planning that requires.  I don't think my mind works like that.  Does yours?  If you find your job search is in [...]

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6 Steps to Managing Your Career

September 30, 2009

When I first started thinking about blogging, I consulted with several great mentors/advisers.  One wise mentor recommended a visual layout for my process of career advisement.  While I struggled to visually lay it out, I did identify the six steps.  Months ago, I tucked this process onto my “about” page, but I am digging it [...]

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Using LinkedIn to Find Target Companies

September 29, 2009

OH, my gosh!  I knew LinkedIn was a great tool, but this is amazing.  How many of you have used the Search Companies function on LinkedIn? In my search, I found over 4,000 within my 1st and 2nd degree contacts and over 900 companies listed in Rochester, NY.  So what are you waiting for. It [...]

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Tools and Tactics- Job Search Resources

September 19, 2009

If you are in job search, you have probably read something that Alison Doyle has written.  Her post on Career Tools this week provides some updated/new resources for those who are exploring new career options. I have long been a fan of O*Net, because it is free and links to credible data.  There are lots of [...]

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Plan A, Get a Job…

September 15, 2009

If you have been in search mode for awhile, you are probably sick and tired of it by now.  Money is tight and the end of unemployment is looming.  You just need a job! Step one is to "just get a job", however, that isn't as easy as it sounds.  You may be presenting yourself [...]

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